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Ernie Ball: The VPJR Tuner

Ernie Ball: The VPJR Tuner

Ernie Ball 101: The VPJR Tuner

Ernie Ball 101: The VPJR Tuner

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Description

The Ernie Ball VPJR Tuner, a revolutionary 2-in-1 pedal that provides players both a high-performance volume pedal and an super accurate chromatic tuner. This innovative pedal packs premium features into a rugged yet lightweight aluminum chassis, enabling guitarists and bassists to save space on their pedalboards without sacrificing tone or functionality.

Touchscreen Display

The VPJR tuner features an intuitive touchscreen display for added flexibility, Double tap the upper half to lock the pedal into tuner-only, volume-only or tuner and volume modes. The tuner itself is fast and precise, with a wide calibration range from 432Hz to 447Hz that is selectable via single taps on the lower half of the screen.

Master Volume and Gain Control

This versatile pedal can function as either a master volume control or gain control, providing players with a customizable solution for their unique rigs. The VPJR tuner's volume pedal design is synonymous with the smooth, consistent performance that Ernie Ball volume pedals are known for, with a durable PVC-coated Kevlar cord and textured grip pad enabling nuanced foot control.

High-Quality Buffer Bypass

To prevent signal loss, even in extensive pedal chains, the VPJR tuner features a discrete buffer circuit. This high-quality buffer provides a balanced, transparent tone that will keep your core sound intact no matter what effects come before or after the pedal.

Road-Ready and Stage-Friendly

Despite packing an array of high-end features, the VPJR tuner has a compact, low-profile design that's ideal for any pedalboard or live performance setup. Its rugged aluminum chassis is built to withstand the rigors of the road, and its 9V DC power supply (sold separately) means it's compatible with most standard pedalboard power supplies.

Ernie Ball VPJR Tuner Volume Pedal Red
Ernie Ball VPJR Tuner Volume Pedal Red
Ernie Ball VPJR Tuner Volume Pedal Red
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Specs

  • Combined tuner and active volume pedal saves space, power and signal routing on pedal boards
  • Fast and accurate chromatic tuner and graphic volume display
  • Enhanced-definition touchscreen lets you choose one of three modes: volume only, tuning only or volume + tuning with simple double taps, and change frequencies for pitch
  • Intelligent display activates tuner mode at minimum volume, and a graphic volume readout when signal is present
  • Treadle can be routed as a gain control or as a master volume control
  • Discrete buffer circuit with no tone loss through any signal chain
  • Strong, durable PVC-coated Kevlar cord
  • For guitar and bass

Warranty

Will replace defective strings.

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3.9

10 Reviews

70%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Why didn't someone think of this sooner!

I was looking for a tuner and a volume pedal to add to my board when I stumbled across this combination pedal. Great idea! This device accomplishes both while saving a spot on the board. The large display is easy to see even on a dark stage between tunes. Robust construction give confidence that it will be durable for years to come. There is no extraneous noise and little to no alteration in overall tone when used in the front of my board. It's only been 3 months but so far I couldn't be happier with this device!

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Seriously, Ernie Ball?! Again?!

Defective right out of the box. I love the Ernie Ball Vp Jr and I've tried most volume pedals on the market. EB VP has the best sweep but I literally have to replace it every 1-2 years. I assumed after this long in the game that their new upgraded pedal would be great and it doesn't even work from the start. Technically speaking, the volume pedal part works fine so far but the tuner/volume screen has gone out 3 times in less than 30 minutes.

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  3. Home Studio5
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Reviewed by 10 customers

  • Love this pedal

    5

    submitted2 months ago

    byRich

    fromWhite Lake, MI

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Sweet pedal with awesome display that is really easy to read. Just make sure you have a good power source for it. It requires 150 milliamp power source. It works kind of funky off of only 100.

  • I wouldn't reccomend

    1

    submitted2 months ago

    byEli

    fromOakland, CA

    I bought an open box one which I think shows how well something would stand up to hard usage. It works very well as a volume pedal but, the tuner only functions at full volume. As soon as I release the treadle, the display goes off, then re-sets again once it is again at full volume.

  • I would buy this product again

    5

    submitted7 months ago

    byMike

    fromSan Marcos Tx

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use it on all of my guitars

  • Great paddle

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byJoey

    fromConnecticut

    I see several people claim these things are not durable, I guess time will tell. I'm using it as a volume knob, not for volume swells. I have another volume pedal for that.

  • Initially loved this pedal - but now display is going out

    2

    submitted4 years ago

    byChris

    fromBaltimore, MD

    so after 1 year of use and really used it 20 times, the display is starting to go out

  • Seriously, Ernie Ball?! Again?!

    1

    submitted5 years ago

    byAndrew O

    fromMar Vista, CA

    Defective right out of the box. I love the Ernie Ball Vp Jr and I've tried most volume pedals on the market. EB VP has the best sweep but I literally have to replace it every 1-2 years. I assumed after this long in the game that their new upgraded pedal would be great and it doesn't even work from the start. Technically speaking, the volume pedal part works fine so far but the tuner/volume screen has gone out 3 times in less than 30 minutes.

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  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byJON

    fromNorfolk, VA

    Why doesn't it come with the power supply?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please give us a call to better help you out – 877-687-5403

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked bySam

    fromNorth Carolina

    Dimensions?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    10" X 3.5" X 2.5"